A continuous dishwashing machine

Abstract

This invention discloses a continuous dishwashing machine, including a mounting frame, a control component, and a belt conveyor mechanism, a turntable mechanism, a cleaning mechanism, a telescopic mechanism, and a rotating mechanism electrically connected to the control component. The mounting frame has a mounting plate in the middle, a telescopic mechanism mounted on top, and a rotating mechanism mounted at the end of the telescopic mechanism. The mounting plate has a mounting seat in the middle, a support plate on top of the mounting seat, and a turntable mechanism and a cleaning mechanism mounted on opposite sides of the support plate, respectively. The turntable mechanism is rotatably mounted on the side of the support plate and cooperates with it. The belt conveyor mechanism is located next to the mounting frame and also cooperates with the support plate. The cooperation between the belt conveyor mechanism and the turntable mechanism enables automatic transport and positioning of the dishes, improving the automation level of the cleaning process. The combined use of the telescopic mechanism, rotating mechanism, and cleaning mechanism ensures thorough cleaning of the outer walls of the dishes, guaranteeing the product's appearance quality and hygiene standards.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of food packaging technology, and more specifically to a continuous dishwashing machine. Background Technology

[0002] With socio-economic development and rising labor costs, the food packaging industry faces unprecedented challenges. Especially during production, product appearance is easily contaminated, often resulting in stains. This not only affects the product's aesthetics but can also negatively impact consumer purchasing desire, thus affecting the company's market competitiveness. Currently, many companies still use traditional manual methods to clean dishes, where workers wipe them one by one with cloths. This method is not only inefficient but also increases the labor intensity for workers, and the high labor costs have become a significant burden for businesses.

[0003] To address these issues, it is necessary to combine modern mechanical and automated control technologies to design equipment that can effectively remove stains from the surface of bowls and utensils, ensuring the product's appearance quality. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the shortcomings of manual dish wiping, which requires manual cleaning, resulting in high labor costs for businesses, low efficiency, and high labor intensity for workers, this invention provides a continuous dish wiping machine that achieves efficient and automated dish wiping operations with excellent cleaning results through the coordination of mechanisms.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of the present invention is as follows:

[0006] A continuous dishwashing machine includes a mounting frame, a control component, and a belt conveyor mechanism, a turntable mechanism, a cleaning mechanism, a telescopic mechanism, and a rotating mechanism electrically connected to the control component. The mounting frame has a mounting plate in the middle, a telescopic mechanism mounted on its top, and a rotating mechanism mounted at the end of the telescopic mechanism. The mounting plate has a mounting seat in the middle, a support plate on its top, and a turntable mechanism and a cleaning mechanism mounted on opposite sides of the support plate, respectively. The turntable mechanism is rotatably mounted on the side of the support plate and cooperates with it. The belt conveyor mechanism is located beside the mounting frame and also cooperates with the support plate.

[0007] Furthermore, the belt conveyor mechanism includes a geared motor, a conveyor belt, and two support frames with drive rollers. The two support frames are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the mounting frame, with the control component connected to the geared motor. The geared motor is fixedly mounted on the support frame, and its shaft passes through the support frame and connects to the drive rollers. The conveyor belt passes sequentially through the drive rollers of the first support frame, the mounting frame, and the second support frame, forming a circular transmission path. The rotation shaft of the geared motor drives the drive rollers, which in turn drive the conveyor belt, transferring the bowls placed on the conveyor belt to the support plate and the cleaning mechanism, thus completing the cleaning operation. The connection between the geared motor and the control component ensures precise control of the speed and rhythm of the transmission process, adapting to different production needs. The geared motor's shaft is directly connected to the drive rollers, and the motor's rotation drives the drive rollers, which in turn moves the conveyor belt, forming a closed circular transmission path. This achieves efficient and stable transmission of the bowls, not only improving the automation level of bowl cleaning and reducing manual intervention, but also significantly improving work efficiency and cleaning quality, and reducing production costs. It plays a crucial role in improving the overall operating efficiency and economic benefits of the production line.

[0008] Furthermore, the support plate has a semi-arc structure, and its straight edge is close to the edge of the conveyor belt; the turntable mechanism includes a disc and a turntable motor connected to the control components; the turntable motor is fixedly mounted on the mounting base, and the rotating shaft of the turntable motor is fixedly connected to the disc; the outer circumference of the disc is evenly provided with several arc-shaped notches that match the bowls, and the disc is arranged parallel to the support plate and directly above the conveyor belt. The turntable motor uses a stepper motor. When the bowls are conveyed along the arc-shaped notch of the disc, the turntable motor is activated. The motor's shaft drives the turntable to rotate. During rotation, the arc-shaped notch pushes the bowls from the conveyor belt to the support plate, where they cooperate with the cleaning mechanism. The semi-circular design of the support plate and its straight edge being close to the edge of the conveyor belt ensure that the bowls can be smoothly and accurately transferred from the conveyor belt to the support plate, avoiding collisions or jamming during the transfer process. The evenly distributed arc-shaped notches on the outer circumference of the turntable mechanism match the shape of the bowls, ensuring that each bowl can be accurately fixed and transferred. The use of a stepper motor provides precise rotational force, allowing the turntable to rotate at a preset angle and speed, ensuring that each bowl can be accurately moved from the conveyor belt to the designated position on the support plate, effectively cooperating with the cleaning mechanism.

[0009] Furthermore, the turntable mechanism also includes a photoelectric proximity switch composed of a light-emitting device and a photoelectric device. The number of light-emitting devices matches the number of arc-shaped notches, and the light-emitting devices are located on the outer periphery of the disc next to the arc-shaped notches. The photoelectric device is mounted on a bracket near the control component and is connected to the control component. The control component monitors the operating status of the turntable motor and receives feedback signals from the photoelectric device. The control component has a theoretical rotation speed of the turntable motor, and the actual rotation speed of the turntable motor can be calculated by the received signal from the photoelectric device. The control component compares the two data and sets an error value. When the disc rotates, the photoelectric device receives the reflected light from the light-emitting device and then feeds the signal back to the control component. The control component compares the received signal with the theoretical rotation data of the turntable motor to calculate whether there is an error in the operation of the turntable motor. If the error exceeds the set value, the rotation speed of the turntable motor is automatically adjusted. This achieves monitoring and calibration of the turntable motor, effectively avoiding large errors in the rotation of the turntable motor, which could lead to the bowls not being accurately transferred to the designated position and affecting subsequent dishwashing operations.

[0010] Furthermore, the mounting frame is also equipped with a bottle-separating motor connected to the controller. The rotating shaft of the bottle-separating motor is fixedly connected to a bottle-separating rod, which is located directly above the conveyor belt. The bottle-separating motor is a stepper motor. During use, the rotating shaft of the bottle-separating motor drives the bottle-separating rod to rotate. During the movement of the bottle-separating rod, several bowls on the conveyor belt can be separated, facilitating the subsequent coordination of the bowls with the turntable mechanism.

[0011] Furthermore, the cleaning structure cooperates with the support plate, and the support plates on both sides of the cleaning mechanism are equipped with baffles. The baffles can protect the bowls when the turntable mechanism is moving, effectively preventing the bowls from falling during the movement.

[0012] Furthermore, the cleaning mechanism includes a brush and a high-pressure air pipe with a solenoid valve, wherein the solenoid valve is connected to the control component; the brush is fixedly mounted on the mounting base, with the bristles positioned above the support plate; the high-pressure air pipe is mounted on the mounting base, with its outlet facing the brush. The high-pressure air pipe is connected to the factory's high-pressure gas pipeline or equipment. During use, the solenoid valve of the high-pressure air pipe can be opened periodically or irregularly, releasing high-pressure gas to clean the brush; the outlet of the high-pressure air pipe faces the brush, and the solenoid valve, controlled by the control component, is opened periodically or irregularly to use high-pressure gas to blow away dirt and residue from the brush, extending its lifespan, preventing secondary pollution, and ensuring continuous and efficient cleaning results.

[0013] Furthermore, the brush is cylindrical; the cleaning structure also includes a rotating motor connected to the control component, the rotating motor is fixedly mounted on the mounting base, and the rotating shaft of the rotating motor is fixedly connected to the brush; a semi-cylindrical cover is also provided on the outer periphery of the brush, the cover covers the brush on the side away from the bowl, the bottom of the cover is connected to a connecting pipe, and the bottom of the connecting pipe is detachably connected to a dust collection box, which is located on the mounting base; the high-pressure air pipe passes through the top of the cover, and the air outlet faces the brush. The connecting tube is inserted into the dust collection box at the bottom. Dust can be emptied from the box by pulling out the connecting tube. The rotating motor can be set to continuous or intermittent rotation, which in turn drives the brush to rotate continuously or intermittently to complete the dish wiping operation. Here, the rotating motor is set to intermittent rotation. During cleaning, the dishes are driven to rotate by the rotating mechanism, and the brush can quickly clean the outer wall of the dishes, improving cleaning efficiency. After the brush has wiped three dishes, the rotating motor shaft drives the brush to rotate half a turn, bringing the brush away from the dishes to the wiping position. At the same time, the high-pressure air pipe is turned on, cleaning the brush while cleaning the outer wall of the dishes. High-pressure air is blown downwards from the top of the cover onto the brush, effectively removing dust from the brush. The dust is blown off and flows along the connecting pipe into the dust collection box, which can then be emptied. The use of cylindrical brushes and a rotating motor connected to the control components significantly improves cleaning efficiency and effectiveness. The cylindrical brush design better conforms to the outer wall of the dish, ensuring thorough and even cleaning. The rotating motor is fixedly mounted on the mounting base, its shaft connected to the brush. The control components control the motor's operation, driving the brush to rotate at high speed, enhancing cleaning power and speed. The high-pressure air outlet is directed towards the brush on the side furthest from the support plate, using high-pressure gas to blow away dirt and residue during cleaning, keeping the brush clean and preventing secondary contamination.

[0014] Furthermore, the telescopic mechanism includes a telescopic frame and a telescopic cylinder connected to the control component; the rotating mechanism includes a pressure plate and a stepper motor connected to the control component; the upper end of the telescopic frame is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting frame, the telescopic cylinder is fixedly installed in the middle of the telescopic frame, the bottom is a movable rod, and the end of the movable rod is provided with a connecting plate; the top of the telescopic cylinder is fixedly connected to the middle of the telescopic frame, and the bottom telescopic rod passes through the mounting frame and connects to the stepper motor; the bottom surface of the stepper motor abuts against the connecting plate, and the rotating shaft passes through the connecting plate and connects to the pressure plate. By controlling the telescopic cylinder, the telescopic rod of the cylinder drives the stepper motor to extend and retract. Simultaneously, the stepper motor drives the movable rod to extend and retract via the mounting plate. When the telescopic rod moves downward, the pressure plate presses against the bowl. Then, the stepper rotary motor is activated, driving the pressure plate and the bowl to rotate. During rotation, the bowl and the cleaning mechanism work together to achieve cleaning. The coordinated work of the telescopic and rotary mechanisms ensures the stability and precise positioning of the bowl during the cleaning process, avoiding errors and instability caused by manual operation. At the same time, through the intelligent control of the control components, the cleaning process is fully automated, reducing manual intervention, lowering labor intensity, and improving production efficiency.

[0015] Furthermore, the control component includes a PLC controller and a touch screen. The PLC controller is embedded inside the touch screen and is electrically connected to the belt conveyor mechanism, turntable mechanism, cleaning mechanism, telescopic mechanism, and rotating mechanism connected to the control component. The touch screen is located on the side of the mounting frame. Upon startup, the operator starts the system via the touch screen. After receiving the start signal, the PLC controller controls the belt conveyor mechanism, turntable mechanism, cleaning mechanism, telescopic mechanism, and rotating mechanism to enter the working state, realizing the cleaning operation of the bowls. By integrating the PLC controller and touch screen, the entire cleaning process is fully automated, reducing manual intervention and improving production efficiency. The touch screen provides an intuitive operating interface, allowing operators to complete parameter settings and system control through simple touch operations, reducing operational difficulty. The touch screen allows for convenient adjustment of parameters such as cleaning speed, rotation speed, and telescopic distance, enabling the equipment to adapt to bowls of different sizes and shapes, enhancing the equipment's versatility and applicability. The PLC controller can precisely control the operation of each mechanism, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of each step, improving cleaning effect and product quality.

[0016] How to use this invention:

[0017] In use, the packaged food bowls are placed on the belt conveyor. The belt conveyor intermittently transports the bowls to the support plate. After entering the support plate, the bowls cooperate with the turntable mechanism, which then rotates to move the bowls onto the cleaning mechanism. Next, the telescopic mechanism moves, with its end pressing against the bowls. The rotating mechanism then drives the bowls to rotate, and through this rotation, the cleaning mechanism cleans the outer wall of the bowls. After the bowls are cleaned, the turntable mechanism moves, with one end rotating the cleaned bowls back to the conveyor belt and the other end rotating the uncleaned bowls into the cleaning mechanism. This cyclical operation allows for continuous bowl wiping. The cleaned bowls can then proceed to the next process along the conveyor belt.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0019] 1. This invention integrates modern mechanical technology and automation control technology, effectively solving the problems of low efficiency, high labor intensity and high labor costs in traditional manual cleaning methods. Through the combined use of belt conveyor mechanism and turntable mechanism, the automatic transmission and positioning of bowls are realized, which greatly improves the automation level of the cleaning process. Secondly, the combined use of telescopic mechanism, rotating mechanism and cleaning mechanism can ensure that the outer wall of the bowls is thoroughly and effectively cleaned, ensuring the appearance quality and hygiene standards of the product.

[0020] 2. The present invention connects the geared motor and the control components, ensuring that the speed and rhythm of the transmission process can be precisely controlled, thereby adapting to different production needs, achieving efficient and stable transmission, and a high degree of automation. The semi-circular design of the support plate and its straight edges close to the edge of the conveyor belt ensure that the bowls are smoothly and accurately transferred from the conveyor belt to the support plate. The evenly distributed arc-shaped notches on the outer circumference of the disc match the shape of the bowls, ensuring that each bowl can be accurately fixed and transferred. The stepper motor provides precise rotational force, causing the disc to rotate at a preset angle and speed, ensuring that the bowls are accurately moved from the conveyor belt to the designated position on the support plate, effectively cooperating with the cleaning mechanism.

[0021] 3. During the movement of the bottle-separating rod, the present invention can separate several bowls on the conveyor belt, facilitating the subsequent coordination of the bowls with the turntable mechanism; the baffle on the support plate can protect the bowls, effectively preventing them from falling during movement; the outlet of the high-pressure air pipe is directed towards the brush, and the solenoid valve controlled by the control component opens periodically or irregularly, using high-pressure gas to blow and clean the brush, removing dirt and residue, extending the brush's lifespan, preventing secondary pollution, and ensuring a continuous and efficient cleaning effect; the combined use of the rotating motor, brush, and high-pressure air pipe enhances the cleaning power of the bowls while maintaining the cleanliness of the brush, thus preventing secondary pollution.

[0022] 4. The coordinated operation of the retraction and rotation mechanisms in this invention ensures the stability and precise positioning of the bowls during the cleaning process, avoiding errors and instability caused by manual operation. By integrating a PLC controller and a touch screen, the entire cleaning process is fully automated, reducing manual intervention and improving production efficiency. The touch screen provides an intuitive operating interface, is easy to operate, and allows for convenient adjustment of parameters such as cleaning speed, rotation speed, and retraction distance, enabling the equipment to adapt to bowls of different sizes and shapes. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a continuous dishwashing machine according to the present invention.

[0024] Figure 2 This is a diagram illustrating the structure of each part in the three-dimensional structure of a continuous dishwashing machine according to the present invention.

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the coordination relationship between the belt conveyor mechanism, turntable mechanism and cleaning structure of a continuous dishwashing machine according to the present invention.

[0026] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram illustrating the connection relationship between the brush and the cover in the cleaning mechanism of a continuous dishwashing machine according to the present invention.

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the cooperation relationship between the telescopic mechanism and the rotating mechanism of a continuous dishwashing machine according to the present invention.

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection relationship between the bottle-splitting motor and the bottle-splitting rod of a continuous dishwashing machine according to the present invention.

[0029] Attached image labels:

[0030] Mounting bracket—1, Mounting plate—11, Mounting seat—12, Support plate—13, Stop bar—14, Control components—2, Belt conveyor mechanism—3, Gear motor—31, Conveyor belt—32, Support frame—33, Turntable mechanism—4, Disc—41, Arc notch—41, Turntable motor—42, Cleaning mechanism—5, Brush—51, High-pressure air pipe—52, Rotating motor—53, Cover—54, Connecting pipe—55, Dust collection box—56, Telescopic mechanism—6, Telescopic frame—61, Telescopic cylinder—62, Rotating mechanism—7, Pressure plate—71, Stepper rotating motor—72, Bottle separating motor—81, Bottle separating rod—82. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0032] Example 1: A continuous dishwashing machine includes a mounting frame 1, a control component 2, and a belt conveyor mechanism 3, a turntable mechanism 4, a cleaning mechanism 5, a telescopic mechanism 6, and a rotating mechanism 7 electrically connected to the control component 2. The mounting frame 1 has a mounting plate 11 in the middle, a telescopic mechanism 6 mounted on top, and a rotating mechanism 7 mounted at the end of the telescopic mechanism 6. The mounting plate 11 has a mounting base 12 in the middle, a support plate 13 on top of the mounting base 12, and a turntable mechanism 4 and a cleaning mechanism 5 mounted on opposite sides of the support plate 13, respectively. The turntable mechanism 4 is rotatably mounted on the side of the support plate 13 and cooperates with the support plate 13. The belt conveyor mechanism 3 is located next to the mounting frame 1 and also cooperates with the support plate 13.

[0033] In use, the packaged food bowls are placed on the belt conveyor. The belt conveyor mechanism 3 intermittently drives the bowls to the support plate 13. After entering the support plate 13, the bowls cooperate with the turntable mechanism 4. Then, the turntable mechanism 4 rotates, turning the bowls onto the cleaning mechanism 5. Then, the telescopic mechanism 6 moves, with its end abutting against the bowls. Then, the rotating mechanism 7 drives the bowls to rotate. Through rotation, the cleaning mechanism 5 cleans the outer wall of the bowls. After the bowls are cleaned, the turntable mechanism 4 moves, with one end turning the cleaned bowls back to the conveyor belt 32 and the other end turning the uncleaned bowls into the position of the cleaning mechanism 5. The cycle operation can realize continuous bowl wiping operation. The cleaned bowls can enter the next process along the conveyor belt 32.

[0034] Example 2: Unlike Example 1, the belt conveyor mechanism 3 includes a geared motor, a conveyor belt 32, and two support frames 33 with drive rollers. The two support frames 33 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the mounting frame 1. The control component 2 is connected to the geared motor. The geared motor is fixedly installed on the support frame 33, and the rotating shaft of the geared motor passes through the support frame 33 and is connected to the rotating roller. The conveyor belt 32 passes sequentially through the drive roller of the first support frame 33, the mounting frame 1, and the drive roller of the second support frame 33 to form a circular transmission path. The rotating shaft of the geared motor drives the transmission roller to move, which in turn drives the conveyor belt 32 to move, transferring the bowls placed on the conveyor belt 32 to the support plate 13 and the cleaning mechanism 5 to complete the cleaning operation. The geared motor is connected to the control component 2, ensuring that the speed and rhythm of the transmission process can be precisely controlled to adapt to different production needs. The rotating shaft of the geared motor is directly connected to the transmission roller, and the rotation of the motor drives the transmission roller to move, which in turn drives the conveyor belt 32 to move, forming a closed circular transmission path. This achieves efficient and stable transmission of the bowls, which not only improves the automation level of bowl cleaning and reduces manual intervention, but also greatly improves work efficiency and cleaning quality, and reduces production costs. It plays an important role in improving the operating efficiency and economic benefits of the entire production line.

[0035] The mounting frame 1 is also equipped with a bottle-separating motor 81 connected to a controller. The rotating shaft of the bottle-separating motor 81 is fixedly connected to a bottle-separating rod 82, which is located directly above the conveyor belt 32. The bottle-separating motor 81 is a stepper motor. During use, the rotating shaft of the bottle-separating motor 81 drives the bottle-separating rod 82 to rotate. During the movement of the bottle-separating rod 82, it can separate several bowls on the conveyor belt 32, making it easier for the subsequent bowls to cooperate with the turntable mechanism 4.

[0036] Example 3: Unlike Example 2, the support plate 13 has a semi-arc structure, and its straight edge is close to the edge of the conveyor belt 32; the turntable mechanism 4 includes a disc 41 and a turntable motor 42 connected to the control component 2; the turntable motor 42 is fixedly mounted on the mounting base 12, and the rotating shaft of the turntable motor 42 is fixedly connected to the disc 41; the outer circumference of the disc 41 is evenly provided with a plurality of arc-shaped notches 411 for matching bowls, and the disc 41 is arranged parallel to the support plate 13 and directly above the conveyor belt 32. There are five arc-shaped notches 411. The turntable motor 42 is a stepper motor. When the bowl is conveyed to the arc-shaped notches 411 of the disc 41, the turntable motor 42 is turned on. The rotating shaft of the turntable motor 42 drives the turntable to rotate. When rotating, the arc-shaped notches 411 push the bowl from the conveyor belt 32 to the support plate 13 to cooperate with the cleaning mechanism 5. The semi-circular design of the support plate 13 and the feature that its straight edge is close to the edge of the conveyor belt 32 ensure that the bowl can be transferred smoothly and accurately from the conveyor belt 32 to the support plate 13, avoiding collisions or jamming during the transfer process. The arc-shaped notches 411 evenly arranged on the outer circumference of the disc 41 in the turntable mechanism 4 match the shape of the bowl, ensuring that each bowl can be accurately fixed and transferred. The use of stepper motors provides precise rotational force, enabling the disc 41 to rotate at a preset angle and speed, ensuring that each bowl can be accurately moved from the conveyor belt 32 to the designated position on the support plate 13 to cooperate effectively with the cleaning mechanism 5.

[0037] The turntable mechanism 4 also includes a photoelectric proximity switch composed of a light-emitting device and a photoelectric device, wherein the number of light-emitting devices is the same as the number of arc-shaped notches 411, and the light-emitting devices are disposed on the outer periphery of the disk 41 next to the arc-shaped notches 411; the photoelectric devices are disposed on the mounting bracket 1 near the control component 2, and the photoelectric devices are connected to the control component 2. Control component 2 monitors the operating status of turntable motor 42 and receives feedback signals from photoelectric devices. Control component 2 has a theoretical rotation speed of turntable motor 42, and the actual rotation speed of turntable motor 42 can be calculated by receiving signals from photoelectric devices. Control component 2 compares the two data and sets an error value. When the disc 41 rotates, photoelectric devices receive reflected light from light-emitting devices at intervals and then feed the signal back to control component 2. Control component 2 compares the received signal with the theoretical rotation data of turntable motor 42 to calculate whether there is an error in the operation of turntable motor 42. If the error exceeds the set value, the rotation speed of turntable motor 42 is automatically adjusted. This achieves monitoring and calibration of turntable motor 42, which can effectively avoid large errors in the rotation of turntable motor 42, which would prevent the bowls from being accurately transferred to the designated position and affect the subsequent dish wiping operation.

[0038] The cleaning structure cooperates with the support plate 13, and the support plates 13 on both sides of the cleaning mechanism 5 are provided with baffles 14. The baffles 14 can protect the bowls when the turntable mechanism 4 is moving, and can effectively prevent the bowls from falling during the movement.

[0039] The cleaning mechanism 5 includes a brush 51 and a high-pressure air pipe 52 with a solenoid valve, wherein the solenoid valve is connected to the control component 2. The brush 51 is fixedly mounted on the mounting base 12, with the bristles positioned above the support plate 13. The high-pressure air pipe 52 is mounted on the mounting base 12, with its outlet facing the brush 51. The high-pressure air pipe 52 is connected to the factory's high-pressure gas pipeline or equipment. During use, the cleaning mechanism 5 can periodically or irregularly open the solenoid valve of the high-pressure air pipe 52, releasing high-pressure gas to clean the brush 51. With the outlet of the high-pressure air pipe 52 facing the brush 51, the solenoid valve, controlled by the control component 2, is opened periodically or irregularly, using high-pressure gas to blow and sweep the brush 51, removing dirt and residue, extending the life of the brush 51, avoiding secondary pollution, and ensuring continuous and efficient cleaning results. This design not only improves the cleaning effect and system stability of the cleaning mechanism 5, but also reduces the frequency and difficulty of manual maintenance, lowers maintenance costs, and improves overall production efficiency and the system's intelligence level.

[0040] Example 4: Unlike Example 3, the brush 51 is cylindrical; the cleaning structure also includes a rotating motor 53 connected to the control component 2, which is fixedly mounted on the mounting base 12, and the rotating shaft of the rotating motor 53 is fixedly connected to the brush 51; a semi-cylindrical cover 54 is also provided on the outer periphery of the brush, which covers the brush 51 away from the bowl, and a connecting pipe 55 is connected to the bottom of the cover 54. A dust collection box 56 is detachably connected to the bottom of the connecting pipe 55 and is located on the mounting base; the high-pressure air pipe 52 passes through the top of the cover 54 and the air outlet faces the brush 51. The rotating motor 35 is set to rotate continuously or intermittently according to actual needs, thereby driving the brush 51 to rotate continuously or intermittently to complete the dish wiping operation. Here, the rotating motor 35 is set to rotate intermittently. During cleaning, the dishes are driven to rotate by the rotating mechanism 7, and the brush 51 can quickly clean the outer wall of the dishes, improving cleaning efficiency. After the brush 51 has wiped three dishes, the rotating shaft of the rotating motor 53 drives the brush 51 to rotate half a turn, turning the brush 51 away from the dishes to the dish wiping position. At the same time as rotation, the high-pressure air pipe 52 is turned on, which can clean the brush 51 while cleaning the outer wall of the dishes. The high-pressure air blows down from the top of the cover 54 onto the brush 51, which can effectively blow off the dust on the brush 51. After the dust is blown off, it enters the dust collection box 5 along the connecting pipe 55. 6. The dust inside the dust collection box can be emptied later; The use of a cylindrical brush 51 and the addition of a rotating motor 53 connected to the control component 2 significantly improves cleaning efficiency and effect; The design of the cylindrical brush 51 can better fit the outer wall of the bowl, ensuring thorough and even cleaning; The rotating motor 53 is fixedly installed on the mounting base 12, and its shaft is fixedly connected to the brush 51. The rotation of the rotating motor 53 is controlled by the control component 2, which drives the brush 51 to rotate at high speed, enhancing the cleaning power and speed. The air outlet of the high-pressure air pipe 52 is directed towards the brush 51 on the side away from the support plate 13. During the cleaning process, high-pressure gas is used to blow and sweep the brush 51 to remove dirt and residue, keeping the brush 51 clean and avoiding secondary pollution.

[0041] The control component 2 includes a PLC controller and a touch screen. The PLC controller is embedded inside the touch screen and is electrically connected to the belt conveyor mechanism 3, turntable mechanism 4, cleaning mechanism 5, telescopic mechanism 6, and rotating mechanism 7 connected to the control component 2. The touch screen is located on the side of the mounting frame 1. Upon startup, the operator starts the system via the touch screen. After receiving the start signal, the PLC controller controls the belt conveyor mechanism 3, turntable mechanism 4, cleaning mechanism 5, telescopic mechanism 6, and rotating mechanism 7 to enter the working state, realizing the cleaning operation of the bowls. By integrating the PLC controller and the touch screen, the entire cleaning process is fully automated, reducing manual intervention and improving production efficiency. The touch screen provides an intuitive operating interface, allowing operators to complete parameter settings and system control through simple touch operations, reducing operational difficulty. The touch screen allows for convenient adjustment of parameters such as cleaning speed, rotation speed, and telescopic distance, enabling the equipment to adapt to bowls of different sizes and shapes, enhancing the equipment's versatility and applicability. The PLC controller can precisely control the operation of each mechanism, ensuring the accuracy and consistency of each step, improving cleaning effect and product quality.

[0042] Example 5: Unlike Example 1, the telescopic mechanism 6 includes a telescopic frame 61 and a telescopic cylinder 62 connected to the control component 2; the rotating mechanism 7 includes a pressure plate 71 and a stepper motor 72 connected to the control component 2; the upper end of the telescopic frame 61 is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting frame 1, the telescopic cylinder 62 is fixedly installed in the middle of the telescopic frame 61, the bottom is a movable rod, and the end of the movable rod is provided with a connecting plate; the top of the telescopic cylinder 62 is fixedly connected to the middle of the telescopic frame 61, and the bottom telescopic rod passes through the mounting frame 1 and connects to the stepper motor 72; the bottom surface of the stepper motor 72 abuts against the connecting plate, and the rotating shaft passes through the connecting plate and connects to the pressure plate 71. By controlling the telescopic cylinder 62, the telescopic rod of the telescopic cylinder 62 drives the stepper motor to extend and retract. At the same time, the stepper motor drives the movable rod to extend and retract through the mounting plate 11. When the telescopic rod moves downward, the pressure plate 71 presses against the bowl. Then, the stepper rotating motor 72 is activated, driving the pressure plate 71 and the bowl to rotate. During the rotation, the bowl and the cleaning mechanism 5 work together to achieve cleaning. The coordinated work of the telescopic mechanism 6 and the rotating mechanism 7 ensures the stability and precise positioning of the bowl during the cleaning process, avoiding errors and instability caused by manual operation. At the same time, through the intelligent control of the control component 2, the cleaning process is fully automated, reducing manual intervention, reducing labor intensity, and improving production efficiency.

[0043] Numerous specific details are set forth in this specification. However, it will be understood that embodiments of the invention may be practiced without these specific details. In some instances, well-known methods, structures, and techniques have not been shown in detail so as not to obscure the understanding of this specification.

[0044] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and not to limit them. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, and they should all be covered within the scope of the claims and specification of the present invention.

Claims

1. A continuous dishwashing machine, characterized in that: The system includes a mounting frame (1), a control component (2), and a belt conveyor mechanism (3), a turntable mechanism (4), a cleaning mechanism (5), a telescopic mechanism (6), and a rotating mechanism (7) electrically connected to the control component (2). The mounting frame (1) has a mounting plate (11) in the middle, a telescopic mechanism (6) on top, and a rotating mechanism (7) at the end of the telescopic mechanism (6). The mounting plate (11) has a mounting seat (12) in the middle, a support plate (13) on top of the mounting seat (12), and a turntable mechanism (4) and a cleaning mechanism (5) on opposite sides of the support plate (13). The turntable mechanism (4) is rotatably mounted on the side of the support plate (13) and cooperates with the support plate (13). The belt conveyor mechanism (3) is located next to the mounting frame (1) and also cooperates with the support plate (13). The turntable mechanism (4) also includes a photoelectric proximity switch composed of a light-emitting device and a photoelectric device, wherein the number of light-emitting devices is the same as the number of arc-shaped notches (411), and the light-emitting devices are arranged on the outer periphery of the disk (41) next to the arc-shaped notches (411); the photoelectric devices are arranged on the mounting bracket (1) close to the control component (2), and the photoelectric devices are connected to the control component (2). The cleaning mechanism (5) includes a brush (51) and a high-pressure air pipe (52) with a solenoid valve, wherein the solenoid valve is connected to the control component (2); the brush (51) is fixedly mounted on the mounting base (12) and the bristles are located above the support plate (13); the high-pressure air pipe (52) is located on the mounting base (12) and the air outlet faces the brush (51). The brush (51) is cylindrical; the cleaning mechanism (5) also includes a rotating motor (53) connected to the control component (2), the rotating motor (53) is fixedly mounted on the mounting base (12), and the rotating shaft of the rotating motor (53) is fixedly connected to the brush (51); a semi-cylindrical cover (54) is provided on the outer periphery of the brush, the cover (54) covers the brush (51) away from the bowl, and a connecting pipe (55) is connected to the bottom of the cover (54), and a dust collection box (56) is detachably connected to the bottom of the connecting pipe (55), and the dust collection box (56) is provided on the mounting base; the high-pressure air pipe (52) passes through the top of the cover (54), and the air outlet faces the brush (51).

2. The continuous dishwashing machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The belt conveyor mechanism (3) includes a geared motor, a conveyor belt (32), and two support frames (33) with drive rollers. The two support frames (33) are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the mounting frame (1), wherein the control component (2) is connected to the geared motor. The geared motor is fixedly installed on the support frame (33), and the rotating shaft of the geared motor passes through the support frame (33) and is connected to the rotating roller. The conveyor belt (32) passes through the drive roller of the first support frame (33), the mounting frame (1), and the drive roller of the second support frame (33) in sequence to form a circular transmission path.

3. A continuous dishwashing machine as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The support plate (13) has a semi-arc structure, and its straight edge is close to the edge of the conveyor belt (32). The turntable mechanism (4) includes a disc (41) and a turntable motor (42) connected to the control component (2). The turntable motor (42) is fixedly installed on the mounting base (12), and the rotating shaft of the turntable motor (42) is fixedly connected to the disc (41). The outer circumference of the disc (41) is evenly provided with several arc-shaped notches (411) that match the bowls, and the disc (41) is arranged parallel to the support plate (13) and directly above the conveyor belt (32).

4. A continuous dishwashing machine as described in any one of claims 2-3, characterized in that: The mounting frame (1) is also equipped with a bottle-splitting motor (81) connected to the controller. The rotating shaft of the bottle-splitting motor (81) is fixedly connected to a bottle-splitting rod (82), which is located directly above the conveyor belt (32).

5. A continuous dishwashing machine as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The cleaning mechanism (5) cooperates with the support plate (13), and the support plates (13) on both sides of the cleaning mechanism (5) are provided with baffles (14).

6. A continuous dishwashing machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The telescopic mechanism (6) includes a telescopic frame (61) and a telescopic cylinder (62) connected to the control component (2); the rotating mechanism (7) includes a pressure plate (71) and a stepper motor (72) connected to the control component (2); the upper end of the telescopic frame (61) is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting frame (1), the telescopic cylinder (62) is fixedly installed in the middle of the telescopic frame (61), the bottom is a movable rod, and the end of the movable rod is provided with a connecting plate; the top of the telescopic cylinder (62) is fixedly connected to the middle of the telescopic frame (61), and the bottom telescopic rod passes through the mounting frame (1) and is connected to the stepper motor (72); the bottom surface of the stepper motor (72) abuts against the connecting plate, and the rotating shaft passes through the connecting plate and is connected to the pressure plate (71).

7. A continuous dishwashing machine as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The control component (2) includes a PLC controller and a touch screen, wherein the PLC controller is embedded inside the touch screen and is electrically connected to the belt conveyor mechanism (3), turntable mechanism (4), cleaning mechanism (5), telescopic mechanism (6) and rotating mechanism (7) connected to the control component (2); the touch screen is located on the side of the mounting bracket (1).

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